Living in Destin, FL
A comprehensive, data-driven guide to life in Destin. Housing costs, safety statistics, walkability, air quality, and neighborhood insights — all in one place.
Population: 2,535
Destin at a Glance
Median Home Value
$253,600
Nat'l avg: $281,900
Median Rent
$1,370
Nat'l avg: $1,163
Violent Crime
3.8 per 1K
Nat'l avg: 3.7 per 1K
Walk Score
58/100
Somewhat Walkable
Median Income
$52,944
Nat'l avg: $74,580
Air Quality
AQI 36
Good
Climate Risk
Relatively Moderate
Score: 56.23179099330503
Population
2,535
Housing & Cost of Living
Median Home Value
$253,600
Median Rent
$1,370
Median Income
$52,944
Affordability Index
77
Homeownership Rate
54.0%
Electricity Rate
12.1¢/kWh
Est. Monthly Electric
$109
10% below nat'l avg
18% above nat'l avg
Safety & Crime
Violent Crime
3.8 per 1K
Property Crime
21.5 per 1K
3% above nat'l avg
23% above nat'l avg
National Average: Violent crime 3.7 per 1K, Property crime 17.5 per 1K
Walkability & Transportation
Walk Score
58/100
Transit Score
N/A
Bike Score
45/100
21% above nat'l avg
Somewhat Walkable
N/A
45
Environment & Quality of Life
Air Quality (AQI)
36 — Good
Climate Risk
Relatively Moderate
Noise Level
Quiet
Unemployment
N/A
Poverty Rate
17.3%
14% below nat'l avg